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Hey Mama Monday: Mama, Let’s Eliminate Burnout

Monday, 22 March 2021 by TOSBlog

Whether you call it a mental health day, a break for scheduling, or a teacher professional development day … we all need a break every now and then. Don’t feel guilty about this. Every professional educator has breaks like these scheduled; in-home educators need the same. There are many benefits of taking a break

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Positive Changes in The College Admissions Process Due to COVID

Thursday, 18 March 2021 by TOSBlog

Because of the pandemic, the year 2020 was a disaster on so many levels, especially for those attending college. Campuses closed, classes went virtual, and in many cases, students suffered. Events and celebrations were cancelled, including in-person graduation ceremonies. Students who did not have access to the internet had to figure out where to go

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Using Literature to Teach about World War One in Middle School

Wednesday, 17 March 2021 by TOSBlog

Many of us use a curriculum to teach history, but using literature to teach history can be a great teaching tool. I am continuing this history literature series with some of the best books to teach about World War I. Using literature to teach history illuminates the time period, helps integrate the history curriculum,

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Fun Spring Activities for Homeschoolers of All Ages

Tuesday, 16 March 2021 by TOSBlog

When the seasons change, our family tends to switch gears in our homeschool routine. I never like to be stuck in the same rut. When thinking about spring activities for homeschoolers, it’s fun to think outside of the box. It brings excitement and a change of scenery, which is oftentimes all that kids need.